My son is considering the NTDP for next year and Moe Mantha leaving has NO impact on our decision at all!

No offense, but at this point in the season, there are probably 100 kids who believe that they are in a legitimate position to consider the NTDP for next year.

But just out of curiosity, would your answer change if Mantha himself were to call you and say, "Hey, I ran the NTDP, and I can tell you that the OHL and the Saginaw Spirit would be much better for your son's hockey development, plus we'll give you a full education package to the U.S. college of your choice as well!"

Can you honestly say that such a conversation would have no impact on your decision?

Because believe me, that is exactly what Mantha will be doing with U.S. kids that Saginaw wants to draft.